Today, I will return to the workday world. At 5000 feet, I already feel the difference in blood pressure from its sea-level ease. I seek to maintain focus on the bigger picture of self-care and life's directives amidst the bustling distraction of my workplace. Make an appointment with an MD for blood work, and discuss current plans with my employer. That is the order of the day.
Yesterday, in the rain, I leapt into a cold stormy Pacific in shorts I would later realize the need to carry home wet in a plastic bag. I was seen off with a ride to the airport and group hug from a trio of beautiful women.
The day before I climbed a tree with a new young friend who would also lead me off established trails into magical vistas at a place called Torrey Pines. The all-day field trip led into yet another delicious potluck music-jam evening with outdoor prayer circle.
The previous day my friend and I did yoga in the warm sunshine and ocean shallows, playing a dozen games with a strong 12-foot strand of seaweed. It was then it occurred to me this was exactly what I needed, a complete reset of the mind into the now of joyful encounters.
There was good music played and more of the best food I have ever eaten. My herb dosages were well-managed, and significant cuddling activities were enjoyed throughout the visit.
A few momentary conflicts arrived to add spice along with the satisfaction of moving through them with minimal drama. I lovingly detached further from a former crush and the choices she faces. Aside from a few hours of unanticipated low-blood sugar, I managed to enjoy being in a continuous social circle for nearly three straight days.
I spent very little money there. A $10 park fee, $20 at farmers market, organic coffee and morning muffins at the cafe...all added up to less than $50. The hugs and seaweed jump-rope were free...and so very freeing.
I find the communities that support the gifts I have to offer, by offering them--as I intend to across several diverse settings in the first half of the new year. The course outline includes cooperative farming, music and music teaching, empathy education, and in general responding to community needs. Holistic healing, chi-centered education, and shared spiritual commitment are also among the possibilities. And it all really is rooted in presence.
With remaining savings, I will return in July to the places/people/activities I like best. By then, there may well be an entirely new economic landscape in the world--and I am lobbying strong for the jubilee vision!
There is always joe's, where hopefully my standing remains positive, for possible rehire if further capital is again required in spring or summer. Trading 6-10 months of a decent company job for 2-6 months of community living is a sound back-up plan, which still allows the path to unfold.
Onward into unfolding the contribution economies!
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I've been traveling back and forth to CA since mid-September, so have been having a little difficulty settling into Santa Fe life. Finally am relaxed and went shopping at TJ's today. I looked for you, (stalking?) and saw you at a check out. You are looking so good!
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